High-fibreVegetarian
Nov 3, 2026
4 min read
A Lighter Apple Crisp for Under a Dollar a Serving
A lighter apple crisp with a crunchy oat topping, a whole bag of fall apples, and far less sugar than most versions, for about 85 cents a serving.
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Nov 3, 2026
6 min read
Oil Pulling Is All Over Your Feed, and Dentists Are Unimpressed
Oil pulling is all over social media, promising whiter teeth and fresher breath. Dentists say the evidence is thin. Learn what actually protects gums.
Nov 3, 2026
6 min read
Retatrutide vs Ozempic Ended in Double the Weight Loss
Retatrutide vs Ozempic, explained. Lilly's drug doubled the weight loss in a head-to-head trial. Learn what it means for Canadians and what comes next.
Nov 3, 2026
9 min read
Eight Hours Was Never the Rule for How Much Sleep You Need
Eight hours was never the rule. Learn how much sleep you need at your age, how to tell if you are getting enough, and when long sleep is a warning.
Nov 3, 2026
9 min read
What Your Cholesterol Numbers Mean When Your Doctor Says It's High
Your cholesterol numbers decoded, from LDL and HDL to triglycerides. Learn what each line means, what really moves it, and when to book a checkup.
Nov 3, 2026
6 min read
The West Skipped the Time Change and Sleep Experts Are Worried
Western Canada skipped the time change this fall. Sleep scientists say it kept the wrong time. Learn what darker mornings mean for your sleep and mood.
Heart-healthyHigh-protein
Nov 2, 2026
4 min read
A Takeout-Style Shrimp Stir-Fry With Less Salt for About Four Dollars a Bowl
A ginger garlic shrimp stir-fry with crisp peppers and snap peas over brown rice for about $4.15 a serving, with a lighter hand on the salt than takeout.
Nov 2, 2026
10 min read
Bleeding Gums When You Brush Are a Warning You Can Still Reverse
Bleeding gums when you brush are common, yet they are not normal. Learn what causes them, why brushing less backfires, and when to book a cleaning.
Nov 2, 2026
6 min read
A Parent Seeing Things That Are Not There Can Signal Lewy Body Dementia
Patrick Stewart lived with Alzheimer's and Lewy body dementia. Learn the early signs families often miss and when a parent's changes need a doctor's visit.
High-proteinLow-sodium
Oct 30, 2026
4 min read
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup for Under Three Dollars a Bowl
Homemade chicken noodle soup with lean chicken, carrots, and thyme for about $2.64 a serving, made with no-salt-added broth so you control the salt.
Oct 30, 2026
9 min read
How Much Fibre You Need Is Double What Most Canadians Eat
Learn how much fibre you need each day, why most Canadians get about half, and what 25 grams looks like across three ordinary meals without the bloating.
Oct 30, 2026
9 min read
Shaky Hands as You Get Older Are Rarely What You Fear
Shaky hands are common with age, and the usual cause is not the one people fear. Learn three clues you can check at home and when to see a doctor.